Aaron Ellis
Hennessey,OK
Summary
Experienced in a variety of areas including operations and supervision. Consistently successful in managing people and services that require leadership, decision making and problem solving skills. Exhibits work ethic that demonstrates responsibility and completion of tasks. Possesses the skills to help any organization adapt and achieve its organizational goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Territory Manager
Purozone Inc.
Hutchinson, KS
08.2021 - Current
- Achieved sales targets exceeding $900,000 through strategic client engagement.
- Developed and executed territory sales strategies to maximize market share.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key clients to enhance customer loyalty and retention.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and adjust sales tactics accordingly.
- Utilized CRM software for tracking sales performance, managing leads, and improving reporting accuracy.
- Attended trade shows and industry events to promote company products and services.
- Worked with vendors and suppliers to support timely delivery of products and services.
- Championed new product adoption by effectively communicating its unique selling points and benefits to clients, resulting in accelerated sales growth.
- Optimized sales pipeline management through diligent follow-ups on leads, resulting in higher conversion rates across the territory.
- Strengthened client loyalty and retention by providing exceptional after-sales support and regular follow-ups to gather feedback and address concerns promptly.
- Delivered personalized client training sessions on product features and benefits, leading to increased product usage and customer satisfaction.
Assistant Athletic Director - Facilities Services
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
07.2008 - 07.2021
- In addition to performing duties listed below, assisted with the $42 million renovations to Allen Fieldhouse, Administrative Buildings and Student Athlete Academic Building, and $30 million Football Complex at Memorial Stadium under the direction of the Associate AD - Capital Projects.
Director of Facilities
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
07.2005 - 06.2008
- Implement and maintain deferred maintenance of athletic facilities.
- Work with the Associate AD - Operations and the Assistant AD - Event Services in event management.
- Work closely with KU Facilities Services in the maintenance of the steam, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and grounds maintenance of all athletic facilities.
- Departmental liaison for the 3rd party custodial company and the 3rd party grounds maintenance company.
- Oversee key distribution for all departmental facilities, in conjunction with the Athletic Facilities/Event Management Administrative Assistant.
- Oversee departmental equipment and space inventories, coordinate internal moving (office, equipment, etc.).
- Daily supervision of 15 full time employees.
- Advise and assist coaches and administration on facilities operations.
- Inspect all athletic facilities to determine repair and maintenance needs. Assess the need for facility renovations or improvements and make appropriate recommendations to the Associate AD - Operations. Directed the rebuilding of two football practice fields and the soccer game day field.
- Work with coaches to schedule facilities for practice and camps.
- Work with outside contractors on renovations and upkeep of all athletic facilities, schedule preventive maintenance and upkeep.
- Submit annual budget projections for the facilities and ground maintenance and utilities usage for Kansas Athletics to the Associate AD - Operations.
- Oversee the purchase, receipt, storage and maintenance of facilities supplies, tools and machines.
- Oversee the maintenance of outside playing and practice fields to include snow and ice removal; direct landscape maintenance such as mowing, watering, fertilizing, weed killing, aerating, sodding and re-seeding.
- Coordinate the preparations of 11 athletic facilities and grounds for scheduled practices and competitive events with the Assistant AD - Operations, Assistant AD - Events, Facilities Directors and Maintenance Supervisors.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations for 5 administration and student performance buildings and 11 competition and practice venues.
Associate Director of Facilities
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
08.2002 - 06.2005
- Performed the majority of duties listed above.
- Assisted in the construction of $8 million 42,000-sq. ft. strength /conditioning center and $1.3 million softball field
Athletic Events and Facilities Manager
University Of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
08.2000 - 07.2002
- Oversee the day-to-day facility operations for four athletic venues
- Coordinated and assisted the maintenance plumbing, electrical, HVAC, grounds and custodial duties in conjunction with the Facilities and Operations department.
- Coordinated and supervised up to 32 workers for set-up, operation and tear-down of all facilities for all athletic events.
- Managed the stadium operations budget.
- Coordinated all scheduling of all facilities for UNC athletic events and all events held in athletic department facilities. Assisted all outside groups in facility rental procedures.
- Assisted Facility Planning and Construction department on all construction and renovations of all athletic facilities.
- Responsible for event management, implementing all State of Colorado codes and University of Northern Colorado policies and procedures. Oversaw game management activities for all sports to include non-departmental support services required for staging of events.
- Coordinated event management for all departmental special events (i.e. conference functions, NCAA Championships, post-season games and tournaments for all events).
- Worked in conjunction with the Public Safety Department and local law enforcement agencies in implementing security measures for all events hosted in UNC facilities.
Event and Operations Manager
University Of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
09.1997 - 05.1999
Assistant Events and Operations Manager
University Of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, VA
09.1995 - 08.1997
- Coordinated event management with the volleyball/basketball arena staff.
- Supervised ticket sales, will-call and group sales for volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball and track.
- Supervised all athletic activities, including security for game officials and visiting teams.
- Oversaw all game management functions to include crowd control for all athletic events.
- Oversaw the maintenance for three athletic facilities by the UTA Physical Plant.
- Prepared and maintained grass playing fields for baseball and softball. Oversaw the set-up, cleaning and breakdown of the baseball and softball stadiums.
Maverick Stadium Operations Manager
University Of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
09.1994 - 07.1996
- Oversaw the day-to-day operations for the football/track stadium.
- Oversaw the maintenance of electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems through the UTA Physical Plant.
- Maintenance of the stadium Astroturf and track surface.
- Assist and advise the UTA Athletic Department.
- Supervise 27 part time employees and two full time employees.
- Worked closely with police and safety officers for security.
- Supervised NCAA Division I conference and regional track meets and outside events such as high school football, soccer and track; North Texas Regional II Special Olympics and Scottish Festival and Highland Games.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise And Sports Studies
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08-1994
Skills
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Customer relationship management
- Multitasking and organization
- Goals and performance
Timeline
Territory Manager
Purozone Inc.
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Athletic Director - Facilities Services
University of Kansas
07.2008 - 07.2021
Director of Facilities
University of Kansas
07.2005 - 06.2008
Associate Director of Facilities
University of Kansas
08.2002 - 06.2005
Athletic Events and Facilities Manager
University Of Northern Colorado
08.2000 - 07.2002
Event and Operations Manager
University Of Texas At Arlington
09.1997 - 05.1999
Assistant Events and Operations Manager
University Of Texas At Arlington
09.1995 - 08.1997
Maverick Stadium Operations Manager
University Of Texas At Arlington
09.1994 - 07.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise And Sports Studies
The University of Texas At Arlington